This course provides excellent training in professional make-up skills up to bridal and ‘special occasion’ level and leads to industry recognised qualifications. This course is ideal for:

Those wishing to work freelance doing bridal make-overs

Those wishing to work in a retail environment, selling make-up, advising on skincare and make-up

Those wishing to start a career in professional make-up and want to see if (a) they like it and (b) they are talented enough to pursue such a career

Those wishing to progress on to more advanced make-up course and need a foundation to start from

What will I learn?

Units you will study include:

Media makeup (special effects)

Camouflage makeup

Fashion and photographic makeup

Apply prosthetic makeup

Client care and communication in beauty-related industries

Style and fit postiche (facial hair and hairpieces)

Apply airbrush makeup to the face

Style and dress hair using a variety of techniques

Monitor and maintain health and safety in the salon

Body painting

How to fit and look after wigs

Equipment and resourcesYou will need to purchase a uniform, cosmetic makeup kit, theatrical makeup kit and eye treatments kit. You will also need access to your own camera and be responsible for developing/printing photographs as evidence for your portfolio. Full details will be provided on enrolment.

Progression and career opportunitiesOn successful completion you will be qualified to work as a makeup artist in industries like television, theatre, salons and cosmetic companies. Many makeup artists are self-employed and have the opportunity to apply their skills to other events like weddings.

Duration

20 weeks

Qualification Requirements

As on a fast track training programme student is required to complete home study assignments and it is essential to work on clients in a realistic salon environment. While you are on NVQ training with us we do offer volunteer work experience for students to gain professional competency.

Installment Plan

Unlike other institutes we offer completely interest free instalment plan, there is only one payable fee which can be spread into monthly instalments. Minimum 25% deposit required to hold your place.

However, full payment must be received before completion of the course.

About us

At Fami Hair & Beauty Institute we are
committed to the highest standards
of training. We offer high quality,
professional beauty therapy and
holistic courses providing the
necessary skills and confidence to
begin or further develop your career.